Boxing Promoter Gary Shaw Dies At 79

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  1. drenlou

    drenlou VIP Member Full Member

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    RIP to Mr Shaw.

    "The promoter Gary Shaw has reportedly died at the age of 79 following a long illness.

    Shaw worked in boxing from 1971, when he was appointed Inspector to the New Jersey State Athletic Control Commission by none other than Jersey Joe Walcott.

    He remained with the NJSAC until 1999, when he was appointed chief operating officer of the promotional organisation Main Events, and therefore contributed to, among others, the staging of fights including Lennox Lewis-Mike Tyson in 2002.

    After leaving Main Events he established Gary Shaw Productions. In addition to Lewis and Tyson, Shane Mosley, Timothy Bradley, Ronald “Winky” Wright, Fernando Vargas, Arturo Gatti, Manny Pacquiao and Diego Corrales are among the fine fighters he promoted or co-promoted.

    The larger-than-life Shaw, from New Jersey, was often recognised by the tracksuits he wore while trying to create fights, and known as a fine raconteur.

    An earlier battle with prostate cancer contributed to him speaking openly about the condition and encouraging other men to get checked."
     
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  2. Sandman_

    Sandman_ Undisputed Full Member

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    RIP Gary. Loved the fights he put on with Vic Darchinyan.
     
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  3. C.J.

    C.J. Boxings Living Legend revered & respected by all Full Member

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    R I P Gary My condolences to the family
     
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  4. Badbot

    Badbot I Am An Actual Pro. Full Member

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    Always admire promoters who put their weight behind the little dudes.
    Shame HBO Boxing croacked because Loeffler was doing wonder with his Super Fly series.
     
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  5. Lesion of Doom

    Lesion of Doom Boxing Addict Full Member

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    RIP.

    For a while he dominated the Showtime dates, hence the nickname "Shawtime"
     
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  6. AwardedSteak863

    AwardedSteak863 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Shaw had a rep for being a genuinely good guy that was well liked by the guys he promoted. Definitely gave us some great fights on Showtime.
     
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  7. like a boss

    like a boss Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Had a lot to do with Daniel Geale's success too.
     
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  8. IsaL

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    RIP
     
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  9. ipswich express

    ipswich express Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I met Gary a few times. Likeable guy who always had time for people. RIP Gary.
     
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  10. ashishwarrior

    ashishwarrior I'm vital ! Full Member

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    Guy tried to market kimbo
    Couldn't do it as well as dana
     
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  11. im sparticus

    im sparticus There Ye Go. Full Member

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    RIP
     
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  12. Pimp C

    Pimp C Too Much Motion Full Member

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    I always liked Gary shaw put on some good fights. Rest in peace sir.
     
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  13. Potwash

    Potwash The Real Untouchables Full Member

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    Sad news. Rest In Peace Gary Shaw
     
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    RIP
     
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  15. Shay Sonya

    Shay Sonya The REAL Wonder Woman! Full Member

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    RIP. Condolences to his family!
     
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